Clinical Practice Session
POCUS That Matters: Case-Based Insights for Nephrology Professionals
October 23, 2026 | 04:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Location: Four Seasons Ballroom 4, Convention Center
Session Description
Point-of-care ultrasonography (POCUS) is becoming an essential extension of the physical examination, yet limited training and overconfidence can lead to misinterpretation and patient harm. This expert-led session uses real-world nephrology case studies to illustrate practical POCUS applications, emphasizing accurate interpretation and clinical integration. It is designed to help clinicians move from obtaining images to confidently using them in decision-making.
Learning Objective(s)
- Outline nephrology-specific POCUS applications and discuss their clinical significance using real-world case studies
- Define image interpretation and clinical integration skills to support accurate and appropriate use of POCUS in patient care
- Articulate practical use cases for kidney, cardiopulmonary, and vascular access ultrasonography, including key benefits and limitations
Learning Pathway(s)
- AKI and Critical Care
Moderators
Presentations
- Kidney and Bladder Ultrasonography: Fundamentals That Demand Finesse
04:30 PM - 04:50 PM
- Focused Cardiopulmonary Ultrasonography: The Inferior Vena Cava Is Only the Beginning
04:50 PM - 05:10 PM
- Doppler-Assisted Hemodynamic Assessment: Its Growing Importance in Nephrology
05:10 PM - 05:30 PM
- Vascular Access Ultrasonography: Identifying Quick Wins and Knowing Where to Draw the Line
05:30 PM - 05:50 PM
- Q&A
05:50 PM - 06:00 PM